Seppuku of the Forty-seven Ronin

Date: February 4, 1703 • Location: Chūō Ku, Japan

In Edo (now Tokyo), all but one of the Forty-seven Ronin commit seppuku (ritual suicide) as recompense for avenging their master's death.

Edo , also romanized as Jedo, Yedo or Yeddo, is the former name of Tokyo.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Japan's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.